NZXT HAVIK 140 vs NZXT Kraken X40

A side-by-side spec comparison of the NZXT HAVIK 140 and the NZXT Kraken X40. We line up every specification and score the ones that matter most in this category — weighted, not a raw count of specs won — to reach an overall verdict so you can decide which cpu cooler is right for your build.

Side-by-side specification comparison of NZXT HAVIK 140 and NZXT Kraken X40.
Specification	NZXT HAVIK 140 No price data	NZXT Kraken X40 No price data Winner
Type	air	liquid
Noise Level	25 dBA	21 dBA
Height	160 mm	0 mm
Compatible Sockets	AM5, AM4, LGA1700, LGA1200	AM5, AM4, LGA1700, LGA1200
TDP Rating	180W	250W
Radiator Size	-	140

Winner: NZXT Kraken X40 — driven by TDP Rating (250W), Noise Level (21 dBA), Radiator Size (140)

NZXT HAVIK 140

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NZXT Kraken X40

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Winner is scored by weighting the specs that matter most in this category (not a raw count of specs won).

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